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30 Tricky Book-Inspired Designs

From Savvy Smartphone Chargers to Recycled Literary Handbags

— December 21, 2012 — Tech
This collection of book-inspired designs are perfect for extending your love of literature to other areas of your life. Reading a book is not only a great way to fill an afternoon, but also a fantastic source of inspiration and the items you'll find here draw influence directly from the bound paper products themselves.

There are a few fashion items like the Louis Vuitton Book Handbag that resembles a classic novel with handles attached, which adds a whole other level to the concept of librarian-chic. If you want to add a little literature-inspired design to your home, these finds also incorporate smartphone chargers that have been created using an actual book. For tricking on lookers, there are a few different book-like cases for your tablet to help keep your computing discrete.
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Inspirational Literary Anthologies
Inspirational Literary Anthologies
'My Ideal Bookshelf' Exhibits Cultural Figures Through Novels
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Cluttered Literature Sculptures
Cluttered Literature Sculptures
The Writer's Block Library Shows Where Unfinished Ideas Go to Wait
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Literary Bowling Balls
Literary Bowling Balls
Eddy Sykes' Trophy Series is Comprised of Faux Books
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Repurposed Book Cameras
Repurposed Book Cameras
The Tonk ‘As Long as It Photographs’ Project Captures the Audi
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Literary-Inspired Sweets
Literary-Inspired Sweets
These Strange Halloween Treats Revive Salted Tears and Cubed Earwax
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Literary Power Sources
Literary Power Sources
The Book Chargers Allow You to Read and Recharge in One
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Literary Charging Stations
Literary Charging Stations
The Huckleberry Finn iPhone Dock is Both Luxurious and Nostalgic
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Gigantic Novel Comics
Gigantic Novel Comics
The Angelika Taschen Comic Series by Artist Joe McKendry is Awesome
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Retro Recording Device Notebooks
Retro Recording Device Notebooks
Moleskine Audio Cassette Notebooks are Perfect for Writing Songs
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Literary Tablet Cases
Literary Tablet Cases
The 1st Edition Book Cases for iPad Bring Back a Sense of Nostalgia
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Study Guide Cushions
Study Guide Cushions
The Pillowcase Studies Helps People Retain Knowledge in School
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Repurposed Novel Purses
Repurposed Novel Purses
The Olympia Le Tan's 'Lolita' Book Clutch is More Than Meets the Eye
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Suave Electronic Cases
Suave Electronic Cases
The Verso Marrakesh Leather Cover for Kindle is Refined
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Bedside Bookmark Lamps
Bedside Bookmark Lamps
The Book Sensitive Reading Lamp is Perfect for Late Night Literature
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Page-Turning Water Tributes
Page-Turning Water Tributes
The Book Fountain is a Beautifully Classic Monument
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Lit Culture Tablet Cases
Lit Culture Tablet Cases
The Out of Print Ebook Jackets Will Feature Fresh Iconic Novel Covers
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Safekeeping Literature
Safekeeping Literature
Conduit Press Creates Unique Book Safes
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Disguised Literature Cases
Disguised Literature Cases
The Stachebook Cover Charades the iPad as a Fine Book
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Bookish Confection Branding
Bookish Confection Branding
Unwrapping Chocolate Books Packaging is a Story with a Happy Ending
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Romantic Literature Edibles
Romantic Literature Edibles
Hellobrit Creates a Cunning Book of Chocolate
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Novel Sculptured Chandeliers
Novel Sculptured Chandeliers
Light Reading by Lula Dot is Made of Books
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Recycled Literature as Fashion
Recycled Literature as Fashion
"Book Bags" by Caitlin
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Literal Book Bags
Literal Book Bags
Olympia Le-Tan's Clutch Bags are Academic Accessories
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Book-Inspired Home Decor
Book-Inspired Home Decor
Show off Your Literary Credentials with Penguin Classic Products
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DIY Deceptive Storage Bins
DIY Deceptive Storage Bins
The Lauren Conrad 'Bookshelf Box' is Great for Sophisticated Home Decor
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Literary Smartphone Chargers
Literary Smartphone Chargers
True Vintage Classics lets You Dock Your Phone on Your Favorite Novel
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Notepad Gadget Chargers
Notepad Gadget Chargers
The MiLiPower Notebook is the First Notebook Phone Charger
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Book-Like Workstations
Book-Like Workstations
The Paramount Home Office Folds Away Conveniently in Small Spaces
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Vintage Novel Tablet Covers
Vintage Novel Tablet Covers
Curl Up With the Book-Inspired Twelve South BookBook iPad Case
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Novel Handbags
Novel Handbags
The Book Purses by Karen H. are Made for Literary Lovers
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